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- [truhs-ing]
- /ˈtrʌs ɪŋ/
- /trʌs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [truhs-ing]
- /ˈtrʌs ɪŋ/
Definitions of trussing word
- noun trussing Civil Engineering, Building Trades. any of various structural frames based on the geometric rigidity of the triangle and composed of straight members subject only to longitudinal compression, tension, or both: functions as a beam or cantilever to support bridges, roofs, etc. Compare complete (def 8), incomplete (def 3), redundant (def 5c). any of various structural frames constructed on principles other than the geometric rigidity of the triangle or deriving stability from other factors, as the rigidity of joints, the abutment of masonry, or the stiffness of beams. 1
- noun trussing Medicine/Medical. an apparatus consisting of a pad usually supported by a belt for maintaining a hernia in a reduced state. 1
- noun trussing Horticulture. a compact terminal cluster or head of flowers growing upon one stalk. 1
- noun trussing Nautical. a device for supporting a standing yard, having a pivot permitting the yard to swing horizontally when braced. 1
- noun trussing a collection of things tied together or packed in a receptacle; bundle; pack. 1
- noun trussing Chiefly British. a bundle of hay or straw, especially one containing about 56 pounds (25.4 kg) of old hay, 60 pounds (27.2 kg) of new hay, or 36 pounds (16.3 kg) of straw. 1
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Origin of trussing
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
1300-50; Middle English trossinge; see truss, -ing1
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Parts of speech for Trussing
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
trussing popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 63% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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trussing usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for trussing
verb trussing
noun trussing
- ligature — the act of binding or tying up: The ligature of the artery was done with skill.
Antonyms for trussing
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